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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

New York's Big Spend Plan: No New Taxes, More for Kids

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a $260 billion budget plan. It's a big deal because it doesn't raise any new taxes. Instead, it puts more money into child care and schools. The state is doing this because Wall Street is making a lot of money right now. The plan includes $1. 2 billion mo

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Netflix Makes a Bold Cash Move for Warner Bros. Discovery

Netflix has changed its game plan to buy a big part of Warner Bros. Discovery. This time, they're offering all cash, which might make the deal more appealing. Back in December, they had a different offer. It was a mix of cash and stock worth $83 billion. But now, Netflix is saying they'll pay that w

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Jan 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Agents: From Helpers to Bosses

AI agents are becoming a big deal, but many companies are still struggling to make them work. In 2024, everyone was excited about AI demos, but 2025 brought a harsh reality check. According to S&P Global Market Intelligence, the number of businesses abandoning their AI projects skyrocketed from 17%

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

MMP Capital's Big Year: Growth, Expansion, and Trust

MMP Capital had a huge year in 2025. They made a record $437 million in loans. This shows they are trusted in the healthcare finance world. Even with tough competition, they kept growing. The company is not just about numbers. They opened new offices in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. This helped

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Tech Firm MNTN to Share Financial Results in February

On February 10, 2026, MNTN, a tech company specializing in performance marketing for Connected TV, will share its financial results for the fourth quarter and the entire year of 2025. This announcement will happen after the US stock markets close for the day. The company plans to host a live webcas

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Why Cutting Down Trees Hits Your Pocket

Forests are more than just trees. They are the backbone of many industries, especially agriculture. When forests disappear, so do the benefits they provide, like clean water and healthy soil. This is not just an environmental issue; it is a business problem. Take coffee, for example. In Brazil, cut

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Fashion and Music Collide: A New Venture Takes the Stage

A new team-up is shaking up the fashion world. Centric Brands and Palm Tree Crew are joining forces to create a global fashion empire. This isn't just about clothes; it's about experiences and culture. Centric Brands brings its expertise in design, manufacturing, and distribution to the table. Palm

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Jan 21 2026FINANCE

Stamford Boosts Police Force with New Hires

Stamford is getting more police officers. The Board of Finance just said yes to hiring five new ones. This is not as many as the police wanted, but it is a start. The city will also use some federal money to help pay for it. This money comes with a catch: Stamford has to match it with its own funds.

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Smart Choices: How AI and Humans Can Work Together

AI is a powerful tool, but it's not perfect. It can help make decisions, but humans need to step in to make sure those decisions are the right ones. Take a warehouse, for example. An AI system can look at all the products, their sizes, weights, and sales volumes. It can even consider safety rules. B

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Southwest Florida's Innovators Shine in Global Competition

Southwest Florida is making waves in the innovation world. Five local businesses have made it to the finals of the 2026 Edison Awards, a big deal that celebrates groundbreaking products and services. This isn't just any competition—it's international, and the finalists are up against some serious gl

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